Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations. Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here. We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community. So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family. Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here What you need to know permanent full time - 76 hours per fortnight the package: $66,227 to $78,977 plus superannuation per annum location: South Grafton and Townsend – two positions available access to fitness passport 9 day fortnight About the role Council currently has two Senior Field Operator (Construction) positions available to oversee road, drainage and general construction and maintenance activities. One position is based in Townsend working on capital projects, and the other at Rushforth Road Works Depot, South Grafton, focusing on contracted works with TfNSW on the Gwydir Highway and Summerland Way (TfNSW experience highly regarded). In this role you will plan, allocate and manage resources (plant, materials and personnel), supervise staff and contractors, and ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to legislative and quality standards. You will undertake inspections and investigations, respond to public requests and complaints, maintain accurate project documentation, and provide input into future works programs and improvements. Support during emergency response events is also required. About you: Preferably a minimum 2–3 years’ experience supervising crews and machinery, strong knowledge of WHS, environmental and quality requirements, and the ability to read and interpret construction plans Experience managing 5–6 staff and contractors Sound reporting and communication skills The skills and abilities to meet the essential criteria listed in the position description (see supporting documents) If you are a motivated supervisor looking to contribute to high-quality community infrastructure, we encourage you to apply. Contact Kieren Stewart, Foreman Capital Works 02 6641 7336 Closing date Tuesday 24 February 2026 at 11.30 pm (NSW time). Other important information This position is located at Council's Rushforth Road Works Depot and Townsend Depot however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future. A probation period applies to this position. How to apply All applications must be lodged online via Council's website www.clarence.nsw.gov.au For this application you will be required to: address essential selection criteria from the position description address desirable selection criteria from the position description supply a resume supply a cover letter supply relevant certificates and licences. For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria please refer to the Careers page on www.clarence.nsw.gov.au Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.
